How long does it take from Domestic Airport to Central by metro?

The journey from Domestic Airport to Central takes approximately 22 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 10.77 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Domestic Airport to Central?

The token fare from Domestic Airport to Central is A$4. With a smart card the fare is A$4 (save A$0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's A$4.

Which platform at Domestic Airport for Central?

At Domestic Airport, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Central. Look for the electronic board showing "Central".

What is the last train from Domestic Airport to Central?

The last train from Domestic Airport towards Central departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Central back towards Domestic Airport departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Domestic Airport to Central?

There are 4 stops between Domestic Airport and Central on the T8 Airport & South. The stations are: Domestic Airport, Mascot, Green Square, Redfern, Central.

Domestic Airport To Central

ShortestShortest Route

Domestic Airport

Platform 2·underground·T8 Airport & SouthTowards Central

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Mascot

+5.39 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Green Square

+10.8 min

5.41 min · 2.7 km

Redfern

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+16.19 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Central

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Arrive Platform 7·underground10.77 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

22 min

Total time

stops

10.77 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Domestic Airport	05:00	23:00	Towards Central
Central	05:00	00:30	Towards Domestic Airport

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

A$4

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

A$4

Save A$0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

A$4

Save A$0 per ride

Use your Sydney Metro & Trains smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

1.45 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.67 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~43 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$74

Auto

A$160

Cab

A$286

Estimates for 10.77 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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T8 Airport & South

Departure station

Domestic Airport

underground

Domestic Airport, Sydney, Australia

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Central

underground

Central, Sydney, Australia

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Central exit 1· Central Station♿

Central exit 2· Central Station♿

Central exit 3· Central Station♿

Central exit 4· Central Station♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access